February 16, 2023June 12, 2023 by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: Filson Just Launched A Rugged New Jac-Shirt

It’s like I tend to say these days: When the going gets tough, the tough layer up with Filson, and that goes for each and every day of the week. The Pacific Northwest outfitter has a long heritage of making remarkably tough gear for all sorts of inclement weather, from the trail to the slopes to the high seas to, well, hijinks around town.

Perhaps you even picked up the iconic Filson Tin Cloth Cruiser Jacket earlier this winter, but here’s another option from one of the best online menswear brands out there: The Filson CPO Wool Jac-Shirt. Stick around to find out why, ya hear?

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Yessir, when you want to layer up in one of the best men’s shirt jackets and belly up to the bar to grab a cold beer, Filson delivers. Of course, the Filson CPO Wool Jac-Shirt delivers in plenty of other categories beyond just rugged style (namely, warmth and durability), but it’s nice to have one of the best men’s shirt jackets to check off more than one box. Within, you’ll find all the characteristics of a truly great, stylish men’s shirt jacket, including remarkably warm 16oz. wool.

The Filson CPO Wool Jac-Shirt also boasts a relaxed fit, ideal for layering over a Filson flannel shirt or a Filson thermal when it’s especially brisk out there. Natural horn buttons provide durability, while the oversized front chest flap pockets deliver crucial space for your everyday carry.

Of course, the history of the CPO jacket (given to senior Naval officers) makes ideal for all sorts of wet and windy conditions, and the Filson CPO Wool Jac-Shirt insulates even when wet. The next time you need a rugged winter layer to get you out the door wherever your day (or night) takes you, make sure it’s the Filson CPO Wool Jac-Shirt you’re wearing.

February 9, 2023June 12, 2023 by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: The Filson Tin Cloth Short Lined Cruiser Is a Classic Men’s Winter Coat

When the weather truly takes a turn for the worse, or when you just need to layer up with the most rugged gear for the job — or heck, when you just want one of the coolest men’s jackets — where do you turn? For this Brooklyn style writer, the answer is easy.

I head over to Filson, historical and heritage-focused makers of some of the best waxed jackets for men, some of the most rugged leather boots and plenty more fit for the toughest conditions imaginable.

And among the most rugged and hard-wearing jackets on the market, it’s tough to top the timeless Filson Tin Cloth Cruiser Jacket. The trucker jacket style, with its hip length and distinctive reinforced V-stitching from hip to pocket, is already iconic, but with Filson, it gets even better.

In this case, the tried-and-true silhouette is updated with Dry Finish Cover Cloth for even more durability and weather-ready protection, and the amped-up Filson Tin Cloth Short Lined Cruiser Jacket manages to check every box you need: It gets better with age, it wears well with plenty of casual styles and it should prove plenty useful in nasty seasonal weather.

The Filson Tin Cloth Short Lined Cruiser Jacket is a Pacific Northwest classic for a reason, particularly in a Dark Tan color that breaks in nicely over time and looks great when teamed up with styles ranging from olive chinos to charcoal canvas work pants or even Filson indigo denim.

Beyond those crucial style points though, the Filson Tin Cloth Short Lined Cruiser Jacket is designed to work as hard as you do, whether you wear out into the field or the shop atop a Filson long-sleeve shirt or whether you choose to rock this trucker jacket for a night out at a brewery (guilty as charged).

It’s got plenty of daily carry utility though, from the flap button chest pocket and right side patch pocket to the sturdy shank button cuff closures.

In short, the dependable Filson Tin Cloth Short Lined Cruiser Jacket can be worn just about as often as you want, in plenty of situations laidback and adventurous. Invest in it right now (the Filson Tin Cloth Short Lined Cruiser Jacket will run you $350), then get out there and get to work.

February 2, 2023January 30, 2023 by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: This Rugged Buck Mason Thermal Henley Is Your Go-To Casual Layer The Rest of Winter

What’s more indispensable in a menswear wardrobe than something that’s functionally rugged, timeless and yes, stylish? Something like one of the best men’s henleys should fit the bill nicely, don’t you agree? That’s my estimation at least, and your Brooklyn style writer is wearing a classic thermal henley as this post is being penned. And if you’re looking for a way to amplify your own winter wardrobe in a way that’s warm and wearable day in and day out, the Buck Mason Vintage Thermal Henley is certainly your best bet.

The excellent Buck Mason Vintage Thermal Henley is a departure from Buck Mason curved hem henleys in a few notable ways (note the straight hem in particular), so take note of those details if you’re a fan of that style. That being said, because it’s all-American retailer Buck Mason, with a distinct sense of throwback quality and dependability, the Buck Mason Vintage Thermal Henley should more than pass muster for your durable winter layering needs.

Of course, the Buck Mason Vintage Thermal Henley wouldn’t be a reliable winter layer without the right fabric, and it’s a sturdy double-knit ribbed cotton in a waffle weave that provides insulation and a nice weight. Ribbed cuffs provide a snug fit at your wrists (another underrated touch in terms of insulation from winter breezes), and for good measure, the Buck Mason Vintage Thermal Henley boasts corozo buttons. The three-button placket itself is also woven — note the contrast between the shirt and the placket itself — for a nice stylistic touch.

And like seemingly everything sold by the standout team at Buck Mason, the Buck Mason Vintage Thermal Henley comes in a range of cool, pleasingly faded, classic colors meant to match up with mostly anything (but especially faded Buck Mason jeans or Buck Mason chinos). Pair the Black or Anchor colorways of the Buck Mason Vintage Thermal Henley with tan, olive or black jeans or chinos, and look to do much the same with the faded Venice Wash editions of your new favorite henley.

Wear it at home on its own, layer the Buck Mason Vintage Thermal Henley beneath the best shawl cardigan, or take it on the road with a waxed trucker jacket. When you need a cozy layer to keep you going this season, the Buck Mason Vintage Thermal Henley is your next rugged style move.

January 19, 2023January 15, 2023 by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: Switch Up Your Winter Style with Buck Mason’s Rugby Polo

Dressing well in winter can sometimes feel like a bit of a taxing chore at times: It’s cold, there’s only so much you can do to layer up while still breathing easy, and it can get just a bit repetitive. But like clockwork, that’s where Buck Mason enters the fray, taking classic winter style essentials and upending them ever so slightly, whether it’s a rugged shawl jacket or an even cozier shawl cardigan for men. The brand isn’t resting on its laurels though, this time taking the traditional polo and turning it into a new winter must-have via the Buck Mason Field-Spec Rugby Polo.

Buck Mason shirts — from one-pocket Oxford shirts to toasty flannel pieces — are already a tried-and-true closet staple (at least for this Brooklyn writer), and the Buck Mason Field-Spec Rugby Polo is an even cooler departure from the norm. Rugby shirts have been a prep style staple for years, and companies like Rowing Blazers have brought them back into the fold.

So it goes with the Buck Mason Field-Spec Rugby Polo, which subverts the warm-weather nature of the polo and turns it into a distinctive layer you can now wear to the office or to a polished winter gathering.

The Buck Mason Field-Spec Rugby Polo, available in colors like crisp blue Jet, classic Black and sharp White, hits the right notes for a preppy staple made modern. The classic fit should prove flattering on several body types, while the three-button placket on the Buck Mason Field-Spec Rugby Polo frames the face nicely. And lest you should think the Buck Mason Field-Spec Rugby Polo will prove too lightweight, it’s made from cotton jersey fabric in the same vein as thick rugby polo cloth.

When it’s especially chilly, consider the Buck Mason Field-Spec Rugby Polo as your base layer, topped off by, say, a Buck Mason sweater and a trusty Buck Mason waxed coat. Note that the Buck Mason Field-Spec Rugby Polo has been garment-washed for added texture and visual interest, and it’s a ready substitute in place of an Oxford shirt beneath a blazer.

The split hem falls in line with classic polo design details, and the price on the Buck Mason Field-Spec Rugby Polo ($88) is similar to other stylish Buck Mason shirts. However, the Buck Mason Field-Spec Rugby Polo shakes up the design just enough to make it a fun change of pace this winter, all for under $100. Sounds like a can’t-miss menswear purchase in the new year.

January 12, 2023January 10, 2023 by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: The Flint and Tinder Rancher Jacket is the Best New Winter Jacket to Shop Today

Just when you thought you had your winter wardrobe sorted out, leave it to Huckberry to enter the fold with one of the best new winter jackets on the market. And as you might expect, it’s a rugged, durable, dependable piece, the sort that it seems only the good folks at Huckberry and of course, Flint and Tinder can dream up. Believe me when I say it’s got plenty going for it, starting with the on-trend yet classic Western-style design, but one impressive feature of the Flint and Tinder Rancher Jacket.

For starters, the Flint and Tinder Rancher Jacket hits those design cues that seem to be so popular nowadays — if the hit series “Yellowstone” is any indication, stylish guys (like yourself!) want to live that lifestyle and dress accordingly. Consider the Flint and Tinder Rancher Jacket but one way to get some hard-wearing style in your own life, with the specs to match.

Like the legendary Flint and Tinder Flannel-Lined Waxed Trucker Jacket, the Flint and Tinder Rancher Jacket is also, crucially, lined in flannel — all the better for some serious winter warmth.

The Flint and Tinder Rancher Jacket is cut longer than that trucker jacket, giving it a bit more of a workwear or ranch-minded feel (although both jackets are assuredly tough and built to last). For good measure, this handsome and timeless jacket is cut, sewn and finished in the U.S. of A (Los Angeles, to be exact), and is built from heavyweight 10 oz. waxed canvas, meaning the Flint and Tinder Rancher Jacket will get better and mold to your body the more you wear it.

Somewhat incredibly, the Flint and Tinder Rancher Jacket is also quilted and stuffed with insulation, making it thicker and warmer than even the toasty Flint and Tinder Flannel-Lined Waxed Trucker Jacket. Chest flap pockets deliver critical EDC storage space, of course, while side hip pockets help warm your hands. To sum it all up: The Flint and Tinder Rancher Jacket has a bit of everything going for it, from trendy Western style to reliable performance and classic, crisp details. Make it your new favorite winter jacket ASAP.

January 5, 2023December 28, 2022 by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: Save 30 Percent On the Iconic Filson Vintage Flannel Work Shirt for Winter

Regardless of how much time you spend off the grid (or wielding an axe!) in the great outdoors, there’s no denying the utility and classically rugged appeal of one of the best men’s flannel shirts, right? Perhaps you share something in common with your favorite Brooklyn style writer (me!) — I simply, seemingly can’t have too many of the best flannel shirts for men in my winter style rotation, and that includes the newly discounted Filson Vintage Flannel Work Shirt.

It’s up for grabs right now at a mighty fine discount (30 percent, to be exact), the sort of deal that only seems to crop up when the Filson Winter Sale rolls through town. That sale only runs through January 17th, so you ‘d do well to pick up an expertly crafted, timeless shirt made for the great outdoors (or the great “indoors” these days, as it were).

The Filson Vintage Flannel Work Shirt performs and wears like it’s been in the Filson line for decades, what with its soft and durable cotton twill construction, and things only get better from there.

The Filson Vintage Flannel Work Shirt is made from a hard-wearing yet soft-to-the-touch 8.5oz. cotton twill that’s been brushed for (as Filson says), “softness and thermal retention.” It’s the sort of tough yet comfortable shirt you can throw on as an overshirt through casual cabin weekends or days in front of the fire at home, yet the Filson Vintage Flannel Work Shirt should also work reliably as a mid-layer atop a Filson thermal shirt and beneath one of Filson’s legendary jackets.

Of course, it doesn’t hurt that the Filson Vintage Flannel Work Shirt boasts double-needle stitching at key stress points, not to mention military-grade melamine buttons. Better still is the fact that the Filson Vintage Flannel Work Shirt also features two front-button chest pockets, all the more useful when it comes time to store your EDC essentials.

And for good measure, your new favorite flannel shirt comes in seven timeless colors and patterns — and as a reminder, the Filson Winter Sale means it’s 30 percent off right now until January 17th. A stellar deal on a future heirloom shirt? Sounds mighty tough to pass up today, my friends.

December 22, 2022December 20, 2022 by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: Shop the Huckberry End of Year Sale for Up to 40 Percent Off

It’s like I always say: Time flies when you’re shopping for the best men’s style essentials. That’s how it goes, right? OK, perhaps not quite, but as ever, there’s no time quite like right now to shop some of the best menswear deals on the market. And if you read the blog, you’re probably well-versed in where I’m about to send you. Drumroll, please…

Yes, my friends: Head over to Huckberry to shop one of the best end-of-year sales. It’s another rare sale from a brand that wants you to get out there. Yes indeed, the Huckberry See You Out There Sale gets you up to 40 percent off, including up to 35 percent off Huckberry’s best jackets and of course, the best sweaters at Huckberry.

That’s not all, of course — you can even shop home goods at Huckberry and rugged outdoor gear for (again!) up to 40 percent off. Even durable, hard-wearing boots like the ever-useful All-Weather Huckberry Duckboots are up to 30 percent off, so it’s clear to this Brooklyn writer that these deals aren’t to be missed. Here’s the catch, though: The Huckberry Year-End Sale only runs until December 31st.

You know what that means: It’s time to shop early and often for the best menswear and gear deals on the market from your favorite online retailer. Good luck, and happy holidays!

December 8, 2022December 4, 2022 by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: The Faherty Alpine Flannel Shirt is One of the Coziest Men’s Shirts for Winter

Your rotation of the best winter style essentials is, in some ways, like a stable, right? A tried-and-true rotation that you turn towards on the daily, especially when it comes time to layer up with one of the best flannel shirts for winter. And in the brisk months, never underestimate how far a rugged, stylish men’s flannel shirt can take you. And on that note, never underestimate how far Faherty flannel shirts will take you, with the right mix of polish, rugged style and cozy winter warmth.

It gets even better, especially if you know the family-owned New York brand. They’ve built a business off super-soft fabric and put that into practice with picks like the Faherty Legend Sweater Shirt (a personal favorite), as well as today’s featured pick. That’d be the must-buy Faherty Alpine Flannel Shirt, an ultra-soft, well-made flannel shirt fit for the office or a holiday party. The best part? The Faherty Brushed Alpine Flannel Shirt is now 33 percent off as of this writing when you use the code SALE25.

It’s all part of Faherty’s “Sale On Sale” this season — get an extra 25 percent off sale items — and the Faherty Alpine Flannel Shirt just might be the best of the bunch as you survey those action-packed sale offerings. For good measure, the Faherty Alpine Flannel Shirt is made from brushed 100 percent organic cotton, boasting the sort of classic fit that allows you to layer it over your favorite henley or wear it comfortably on its own (or perhaps underneath one of the best winter blazers).

The versatility of the Faherty Alpine Flannel Shirt is nearly unmatched in that regard. Rock it untucked with tailored chinos or wool trousers for a crisp-yet-casual holiday party look, or style it with a rugged shawl cardigan for a dash of winter weekend warmth.

Luckily, Faherty sells all of those essentials (just shop for Faherty Bestsellers), but it’s the Faherty Alpine Flannel Shirt that remains the star of the show today, thanks to the fact that it’s — again, a reminder! — 33 percent off with the code SALE25. My friends, I think you just found your new favorite winter shirt, and it’s the Faherty Alpine Flannel Shirt

December 1, 2022November 27, 2022 by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: The Huckberry Fall Style Guide Has the Best Menswear to Buy This Season

Trends come and go, seasons change but one thing remains the same: The best men’s style essentials just remain, well, the best men’s style essentials, time and time again. That’s the idea behind the Huckberry Fall and Winter Style Guide, yet another standout selection of the best new menswear for guys, packed to the gills with picks to improve, revamp and upgrade any menswear wardrobe. Of course, I’d wager you know Huckberry very, very well indeed if you read the blog, be it shopping for the best new winter boots or searching for the best waxed trucker jacket, of course.

But what if you could get that same sense of classic, rugged, hard-wearing style curated in one helpful offering? That’s where the endlessly shoppable Huckberry Fall and Winter Style Guide can come in mighty handy. Be it a vibrant puffer jacket, some of the best men’s boots, a seriously cool Fair Isle sweater or just about any other winter style pick, the Huckberry Fall and Winter Style Guide has it all.

That might sound like hyperbole, but it’s not a stretch to say that no matter what your heart desires or your wardrobe needs, the Huckberry Fall and Winter Style Guide has every single base covered. It’s a great way to strike the balance between on -trend and timeless, no matter which category you shop, and I truly mean that — trust me! Dive on in and see for yourself today.

November 24, 2022November 21, 2022 by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: The Newest Huckberry All-Weather Duckboots Are the Best Men’s Winter Boots to Buy Now

If recent weather around the country is any indication, you’re going to need a pair of the best men’s winter boots close at hand, and quickly. We’ve only just now Thanksgiving (thanks for reading on this day, my friends!), but it’s perhaps more critical than ever that you lace up a pair of the best boots for men. That goes doubly so for a pair of the best new winter boots from Huckberry. Or rather, well, these boots aren’t exactly brand-new, but they’re a fan favorite design you’d do well to add to your winter wardrobe.

I’m talking, naturally, about the All-Weather Duckboots, once again restocked alongside a full rotation of the best boots for men, just in time for inclement weather. We’ve talked about Huckberry duckboots in the past on the blog, but it’s always worth a reminder — particularly when the pair in question comes in a cool new Tan and Brown color scheme. Think of them like just a small part of the best Black Friday 2022 style deals, but a critical one all the same.

The well-made, extremely cool All-Weather Duckboots hit all the right design notes, from the hybrid sneaker-meets-boot build to the tough rubberized rand that protects your feet from slushy inclement weather all day long (and yes, in all types of weather). The All-Weather Duckboots also use waterproof nubuck and full-grain leather for the perfect blend of style and utility, while the Vibram outsole is super-grippy and dependable.

Of course, it doesn’t hurt that the All-Weather Duckboots are pretty stylish as far as the best winter boots for men are concerned, what with that rugged Tan and Brown color scheme up for grabs. Plus, the All-Weather Duckboots sit atop an EVA midsole for springy comfort on slick, rocky terrain.

If you’re searching for a pair of the best adventure boots, or just a set of the best men’s winter boots for your commute and adventures in the field, don’t pass up the All-Weather Duckboots. Thanks for reading and thanks for trusting The Style Guide with your wardrobe selections — Happy Thanksgiving!

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